I look after mindee 40 hours a week. I have had her since she was 7 months old. She is now 2 years 2 months and she still isnt talking. The only 2 words I can think of that she actually says are Mama and go. I have spoken to the Mum about it several times but she thinks she's fine and still a baby, but I know other 2 year olds who are having full conversations. She should be able to say far more words than this. She is very intelligent and is hitting all of her other developmental milestones. She is vocal and loves to sing but there are no formed words. I talk to her a lot and I make time to sit with her and talk to her so she can closely see me and I read to her a lot. She understands everything I say, she just cant form the words. I repeat words to her and say 'say xxxxx' and I'll say it slowly and clearly. And she does try but it doesnt come out even close, or she'll just sort of hum the word rather than moving her mouth or tongue. I feel bad for her now because she must be getting frustrated as her independance increases, she asks for things by putting her hands in front of her but then she cant say what she wants. I have taught her a few basic signs such as drink, thank you, more which helps a little. I asked Mum when she was having her 2 year check and she hadnt received appointment yet (its not uncommon for them to be late round here). I then said that I thought it would be a good idea to talk to hv about speech as I thought she should be talking more by now. However, apparently her other daughter didnt talk for a long time either but is fine now she is 6. I dont want to appear pushy and obvs Mums know their children but I dont want to have not done enough for this little girl. Is there anything else Ican do. I think ive tried lots of things already but any suggestions and I'll let you know if Ive tried it!